Dated events in Avila Beach for the weeks ahead, plus the things that happen every week. Past events drop off on their own.
Last updated November 5, 2026. Events drop off this page after their date passes.
Saturdays and Sundays, November 7 to 29, 1 to 4 p.m. The Secret Garden at Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
Free afternoon music in the resort's garden. The November lineup: Quadratones (Nov 7), Earls of Tuesday (Nov 8), Blues Asylum (Nov 14), The Electric Lavender Train (Nov 15), Celtic Cabaret Band (Nov 21), Paul Kent Band (Nov 22), Tap Roots (Nov 28) and Spike and the Box (Nov 29).
Friday, November 20, 5 to 7:30 p.m. The Secret Garden at Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
An outdoor showing in the garden. It's free, but you grab a ticket online ahead of time. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and drinks are sold there, and outside food and drinks aren't allowed.
Tuesday, November 24, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Sycamore Springs Yoga Dome, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
A full moon evening of yoga and a sound bath in the resort's yoga dome. $39.34.
Thursday, November 26, 4 to 9 p.m. The Gardens of Avila Restaurant, Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
A three-course holiday prix fixe. Reservations are required and taken by phone only at (805) 595-7365.
Saturday, November 28, 11 a.m. Avila Promenade, Front Street
A holiday dog parade on the promenade for Small Business Saturday. Check in at the registration table in front of Custom House between 10:30 and 10:45 a.m. to get a number for the costume contest. Categories are best dog costume, best dog and owner look-alike, best holiday look, funniest costume and best in show. Registration is $7.20 per dog online, including fees, and participants get goodie bags donated by Petco Arroyo Grande.
Fridays and Saturdays in December, 5:30 p.m. The Secret Garden at Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
Every Friday and Saturday evening in December the resort lights its 25-foot Christmas tree at 5:30, with festivities until 6:30.
Friday, December 18, 5 to 6:30 p.m. The Secret Garden at Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
Tree lighting at 5, then The Muppet Christmas Carol at 5:30. Free and open to the community, with free tickets online. Food and drinks are sold there, and outside food and drinks aren't allowed.
Wednesday, December 23, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Sycamore Springs Yoga Dome, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
A 60-minute gentle yoga flow and a 30-minute sound bath under the December full moon. $39.34.
Friday, December 25, 4 to 9 p.m. The Gardens of Avila Restaurant, Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
A three-course holiday prix fixe. Reservations are required and taken by phone only at (805) 595-7365.
Thursday, December 31, 5 to 9 p.m. The Gardens of Avila Restaurant, Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr
A three-course prix fixe dinner. Reservations are required and taken by phone only at (805) 595-7365.
Friday, January 1, 2027, morning Avila Beach, east of the pier
Locals start the year with a run into the cold ocean on the beach just east of the pier. 2026 was the 14th year. The 2027 start time hasn't been posted yet, so check closer to the day.
We're adding the next round of dated events now. The weekly events below are still on.
Wednesdays at noon and 1 p.m., Saturdays at 11 a.m. and noon
Van tours out to the 1889 light station leave from the tour parking lot at Wild Cherry Canyon. Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for seniors and $20 for kids, bought ahead on the lighthouse website. Tours run rain or shine. Private Victorian luncheons for up to six guests are offered from October 2026 through June 2027. More on our lighthouse page.
Confirm details: pointsanluislighthouse.org
Holiday season, dates not posted yet
Seasonal tours of the lighthouse dressed for a Victorian Christmas, with hot drinks. We'll add dates once the lighthouse posts them.
Confirm details: pointsanluislighthouse.org
Wednesdays and Sundays, 4 to 6 p.m. 415 1st St
Live music in the downtown tasting room. Tasting is $30, waived with a bottle purchase. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Confirm details: alapaycellars.com
Most Thursdays to Sundays 6464 Ana Bay Rd
Local bands play Mulligan's Bar & Grill at The Avila, usually early evening on Thursdays and Fridays and in the afternoon on weekends. The Avila posts its lineup a few weeks ahead. Happy hour is Monday to Friday, 3 to 5 p.m.
Confirm details: theavilaca.com
Every other Tuesday, 10 to 11 a.m., September to May 50 San Juan St
A parent-and-child program for ages 2 to 5, with activities, crafts and aquarium admission for the day. Drop-ins are $30 per child while spots last, or $60 a month ($50 for members).
Confirm details: centralcoastaquarium.org
For festivals and races that come around every year, see Annual Events. The Avila Beach Pier is mostly closed for repairs, and Harford Pier at Port San Luis is open if you want a pier walk between events. For a meal before a show, see Restaurants.
Event details come from organizers and can change without notice. We do our best to keep this calendar accurate, but we can't guarantee it and aren't responsible for changes, cancellations or errors. Please confirm dates, times and prices with the organizer before you go.
See the calendar below. We update it every month from organizer websites, and past events drop off on their own. Always confirm the date and time with the organizer before you go.
No. The 2026 market ran Fridays from May 1 to September 25. Dates for 2027 haven't been posted yet.
Yes. Locals run into the ocean east of the pier every New Year's Day. 2026 was the 14th year.
